10 Questions
What is the main function of enzymes in biological reactions?
Increase the rate of biological reactions
How do enzymes affect the activation energy of a chemical reaction?
Lower the activation energy
Why is it important for chemical reactions in our cells to occur at incredibly fast rates?
For survival under mild conditions
What happens to a reaction in a cell without a catalyst?
Occurs eventually but not at a fast enough rate for survival
How does carbonic anhydrase affect the hydration of carbon dioxide molecules?
Increases the hydration rate significantly
What is the main function of enzymes in biological reactions?
Increase the rate of biological reactions
How do enzymes affect the activation energy of a chemical reaction?
Lower the activation energy
Why is it important for chemical reactions in our cells to occur at incredibly fast rates?
To meet the body’s requirements for survival
What would happen to a reaction in a cell without a catalyst?
It would occur eventually but not at a fast enough rate for survival
How does a catalyst affect the reaction rate?
By changing the way a reaction takes place without undergoing any net change
Test your knowledge of enzymes with this quiz. Learn about the role of enzymes in biological reactions and their importance in the body's functions. Explore how enzymes catalyze reactions and contribute to our survival.
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